Description
A delightful macaroni salad featuring creamy textures from eggs and mayonnaise, enhanced with a spicy kick from hot sauce or peppers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 2 tablespoons mustard
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions; drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, chopped eggs, celery, and red onion.
- In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise, mustard, hot sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the macaroni mixture and stir until well combined.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
For extra spice, add more hot sauce or include diced jalapeños. This salad is best served chilled and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 9g